I'm newer to the forum and am hoping to get out on a Western adventure in the next few years. I'm looking at possibly getting a new rifle and caliber but can't decide on priority.
I currently have a Tikka T3 Lite in 30-06 with a Leupold VX3 3.5-10x50. I love the rifle even tho I would never shoot it in a t-shirt kicks like a damn mule LOL. I bought it when I was working at Gander Mountain 5 years ago when I wanted a nice rifle in a good all around caliber.
That being said I've toyed with the idea of getting something a bit different. I've looked into the 26 Nosler and 6.5 CM which I would start using more here in ND for long range whitetail or when I'm trying to take my first Antelope out west. Also checked into a .308, 7mm-08 for that long range buster that has a bit more ballistic advantage than my 06 to use on bigger game like Elk.
What are some of your thoughts and comments? Go to rifle/caliber? A newfound love with your recent rifle purchase? I've been checking out Weatherby rifles, the Savage Model 11, The Ruger American, Montana Rifle Company, and the Kimber Montana.
Should also note that I do not reload, but definitely want to get into it in the future when I have more time to perfect the art. So with that I don't really have interest in any of the more unique rounds that cost $80 a box unless I reload.
Thanks and looking forward to some discussion!
****EDIT Since most people seem to be taking this as, "I don't like my current rifle, I want to get a new one" this is false. I want to get a rifle in addition to my 30-06 and am asking opinions in getting something lighter/heavier and what brand/model of rifle!
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I currently have a Tikka T3 Lite in 30-06 with a Leupold VX3 3.5-10x50. I love the rifle even tho I would never shoot it in a t-shirt kicks like a damn mule LOL. I bought it when I was working at Gander Mountain 5 years ago when I wanted a nice rifle in a good all around caliber.
That being said I've toyed with the idea of getting something a bit different. I've looked into the 26 Nosler and 6.5 CM which I would start using more here in ND for long range whitetail or when I'm trying to take my first Antelope out west. Also checked into a .308, 7mm-08 for that long range buster that has a bit more ballistic advantage than my 06 to use on bigger game like Elk.
What are some of your thoughts and comments? Go to rifle/caliber? A newfound love with your recent rifle purchase? I've been checking out Weatherby rifles, the Savage Model 11, The Ruger American, Montana Rifle Company, and the Kimber Montana.
Should also note that I do not reload, but definitely want to get into it in the future when I have more time to perfect the art. So with that I don't really have interest in any of the more unique rounds that cost $80 a box unless I reload.
Thanks and looking forward to some discussion!
****EDIT Since most people seem to be taking this as, "I don't like my current rifle, I want to get a new one" this is false. I want to get a rifle in addition to my 30-06 and am asking opinions in getting something lighter/heavier and what brand/model of rifle!
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